CARE for Children Rainbow Corner Preschool celebrated its young learners during the Week of the Young Child this week with a fun beach theme.

The week was highlighted by themed days that reinforced the curriculum and Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards, including science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). Using hands-on, collaborative activities, staff also encouraged movement and healthy lifestyles.

Two special evenings were devoted to family STEAM nights that focused on beach-themed activities. The week ended with a visit from magician Dave Jeffers, who performed for students before stations were set up with a beach party theme to further engage the young learners.

Pictured is CARE for Children Rainbow Corner Preschool student Jude Wilmoth, age 4, having some fun with homemade slime during an evening STEAM session at the Ashley Booth Griffin CARE for Children Center. Wilmoth is the son of Jordan Luciano and Robert Wiloth.

The special activities during the week were supported by a grant from a donor advised fund held at the McKean County Community Foundation.

The Week of the Young Child, an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), focuses public attention on the needs of young children and their families and recognizes the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs. 

Rainbow Corner Preschool is part of CARE for Children. For more information on Rainbow Corner or CARE for Children, visit www.careforchildren.info.

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